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Trip from Gary, IN to Roselawn, IN

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Drive Time

47m

Distance

36 mi

58 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 43m ★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Lake County, State of Indiana, United States

Gary, IN

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Downtown Roselawn, IN, IN

Roselawn, IN

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Trip Overview

This short 36-mile drive from Gary, Indiana, to Roselawn, Indiana, is perfect for a quick day trip, taking just under 47 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily along Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and West State Road 10, with a small portion on Martin Luther King Drive. With no highway driving and a minimal fuel cost estimated at $6, this route offers a straightforward local experience. It's a convenient option if you're looking for a brief excursion within the Midwest region of Indiana. Given its brevity, you won't need to worry about overnight stays.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

18 miles from Gary, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The majority of your travel will be on surface streets and local roads, offering a connected feel to the communities you pass through. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.3 miles along Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. This means you'll be making frequent turns and adjusting speed more often than on a highway, providing a more intimate, ground-level perspective of the area.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Harrison Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Harrison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 11th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Madison Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Harrison Street

Turn right onto Harrison Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 11th Avenue

Turn left onto West 11th Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Madison Street

Turn right onto Madison Street

Navigation decision point

5
4.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward SR 10: Demotte, Roselawn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 230 Toward SR 10: Demotte, Roselawn

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway 28.3 mi 31m
West State Road 10 2.5 mi 4m
Martin Luther King Drive 2.5 mi 4m
West 15th Avenue 1 mi 1m
Madison Street 0.3 mi <1m
East Ridge Road 0.2 mi <1m
West 11th Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
North 400 East 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway — 28.3 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gary, IN and Roselawn, IN.

1

Start on 10th Place

55 ft · 4 sec · 10th Place
2

Turn right onto Harrison Street

480 ft · 28 sec · Harrison Street
3

Turn left onto West 11th Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · West 11th Avenue
4

Turn right onto Madison Street

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Madison Street
5

Turn left onto West 15th Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · West 15th Avenue
6

Continue on Central Avenue

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Central Avenue
7

Turn right onto Martin Luther King Drive

2.5 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King Drive
8

Turn left onto US 6 Business

0.2 mi · 34 sec · East Ridge Road
9

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
10

Merge onto I 65

28 mi · 31 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 230 Toward SR 10: Demotte, Roselawn Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn right onto SR 10

2.5 mi · 4 min · West State Road 10
13

Turn left onto North 400 East

0.2 mi · 54 sec · North 400 East
14

Turn right

13 ft · 0 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 47-minute journey, flexibility is your greatest asset. You can easily depart Gary, IN, at any time of day without needing to pre-plan extensive stops. The estimated fuel cost of $6 means you likely won't need to worry about finding a gas station along the way. Keep an eye out for the transition between Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and West State Road 10, as this is where the route begins to feel more like a local journey.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 18 miles from Gary, IN, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 36 miles or 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 18 miles or 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roselawn, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gary, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Gary, IN

This is one driving day of about 36 miles and 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gary, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 28.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18 mi from Gary, IN · 24m into the drive

Downtown chicago-il

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chicago, IL

18 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chicago, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18 miles from Gary, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Roselawn, IN

The final approach into Roselawn, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Roselawn, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park

National Park

Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour $20 near mile 2.5
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park Closure: Mount Baldy Closure
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.63 one way

$11.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $6.18 $12.36
premium $4.89 $6.93 $13.86
diesel $5.61 $7.95 $15.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 10.8 0 $3.78 $1.73
Efficient EV 9 0 $3.15 $1.44
EV Truck/SUV 14.4 0 $5.04 $2.30

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 1 hour from now

Origin

Gary, IN

Late night in Gary on Wednesday

Local time

12:37 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Roselawn, IN

Late night in Roselawn on Wednesday

Local time

12:37 AM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

47m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Gary, IN to Roselawn, IN covers 36 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, West State Road 10, Martin Luther King Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18 miles from Gary, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Harrison Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 11th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Madison Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gary, IN to Roselawn, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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